Solving Quadratic Diophantine Equations with A=0, C=0

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers on the existence of integral solutions for a specific form of quadratic diophantine equation where A=0 and C=0, represented as Bxy + Dx + Ey + F=0. Participants explore methods to determine the existence of solutions without relying on search techniques.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks to understand the conditions under which integral solutions exist for the equation Bxy + Dx + Ey + F=0, specifically without using search methods.
  • Another participant questions the feasibility of determining existence without case analysis, suggesting that dividing the problem into cases may be necessary.
  • A third participant notes that the equation represents conic sections in two dimensions, implying that it is plausible for such equations to have integer roots.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on the method for determining the existence of integral solutions, with differing views on the necessity of case analysis.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not clarify specific assumptions or limitations regarding the parameters B, D, and E, nor does it resolve the mathematical steps necessary to establish the existence of solutions.

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A quadratic diophantine equation is of form:

Ax^2 + Bxy + Cy^2 +Dx + Ey + F =0

Now, for A=0 and C=0,

Bxy + Dx + Ey + F=0 ...(1)

moreover there is one more condition, gcd(B,D,E)=1

So how do I find if some integral solution of (1) exists or not?
I am not interested in the solution itself, but rather just it's existence.

And the method must not depend on searching, as in the image here:
http://s9.postimage.org/dv30vaixb/diop.png

Original website was:
http://www.alpertron.com.ar/METHODS.HTM#SHyperb

Thanks in advance for advice and ideas.
 
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Well, it's very hard to know what EXACTLY you want, as you say that you want to know about the existence of an integral solution "without searching" (??), but in many instance one HAS to divide the problem in cases and check each, something you apparently don't want to do...
 
The equation is the standard equation for all conic sections in 2 dimensions. It seems very plausible that there are circles/parabolas/hyperbolas that have integer roots.
 

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